What is the cheapest way to get from Runcorn to Cockermouth?

The cheapest way to get from Runcorn to Cockermouth is to drive which costs £28 - £45 and takes 2h 18m.

What is the fastest way to get from Runcorn to Cockermouth?

The fastest way to get from Runcorn to Cockermouth is to drive which takes 2h 18m and costs £28 - £45.

How far is it from Runcorn to Cockermouth?

The distance between Runcorn and Cockermouth is 140 miles. The road distance is 117.9 miles.

How do I travel from Runcorn to Cockermouth without a car?

The best way to get from Runcorn to Cockermouth without a car is to train and bus which takes 4h 27m and costs £40 - £120.

How long does it take to get from Runcorn to Cockermouth?

It takes approximately 4h 27m to get from Runcorn to Cockermouth, including transfers.

Can I drive from Runcorn to Cockermouth?

Yes, the driving distance between Runcorn to Cockermouth is 118 miles. It takes approximately 2h 18m to drive from Runcorn to Cockermouth.

Where can I stay near Cockermouth?

There are 517+ hotels available in Cockermouth.

Runcorn to Cockermouth - 5 ways to travel via train, bus, and car

There are 5 ways to get from Runcorn to Cockermouth by train, bus, or car

Select an option below to see step-by-step directions and to compare ticket prices and travel times in Rome2Rio's travel planner.

Train, bus
best
1. Take the train from Warrington Bank Quay to Penrith North Lakestrain London Euston - Glasgow Central / ...
2. Take the bus from Penrith Rail Station to Cockermouthbus X5 / ...
4h 27m
£41–117
Drive 117.2 mi
cheapest
1. Drive from Runcorn to Cockermouthcar 117.2 mi
2h 18m
£29–42
Train, bus via Crewe
1. Take the train from Crewe to Penrith North Lakestrain London Euston - Edinburgh / ...
2. Take the bus from Penrith Rail Station to Cockermouthbus X5 / ...
4h 47m
£60–154
Train, bus via Manchester
1. Take the train from Manchester Oxford Road to Penrith North Lakestrain Manchester Airport - Edinburgh / ...
2. Take the bus from Penrith Rail Station to Cockermouthbus X5 / ...
5h 24m
£32–91
Train
1. Take the train from Crewe to Carlisletrain London Euston - Edinburgh / ...
2. Take the train from Carlisle to Workingtontrain Carlisle - Whitehaven
5h 25m
£32–116

Runcorn to Cockermouth by bus and train

119Weekly Services

4h 27mAverage Duration

£41Cheapest Price

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Distance: 139.2 mi
Duration: 4h 27m

What companies run services between Runcorn, England and Cockermouth, Cumbria, England?

You can take a train from Runcorn to Aldi via Crewe, Carlisle, Workington, and Bus Station in around 5h 25m.

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